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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1901
Page
8
Frank Enos, husband of Rae Enos, was discharged in East Boston District Court after being charged with manslaughter in his wife's death at their home. Judge Emmons noted it was possible he threw the lamp at his wife, or alternatively the lamp may have been aimed at him.
Reports from St Petersburg say the government will not enforce military regulations against student agitators for the present. Prisoners will not be drafted, and a circular from the interior ministry follows a ministerial meeting with Grand Duke Vladimir. A panel studies 1150 political prisoners in secret as martial law is debated.
Prince Peter Kropotkin in Boston views the St. Petersburg government concessions to students as a landmark toward constitutional rule. The move, while not publicly announced, signals a shift by ministers toward reform and away from absolutism amid student meetings and military orders. The British protest over China related matters also drew attention in diplomatic circles.
Pekin correspondent reports an imminent clash between French and Chinese troops at Hwai Lu. Li Hung Chang orders withdrawal, Baillaud leaves Pekin with permission to fight. French 1500 men versus Chinese 25,000. Victory could control the main road to Shan Si, Germans already hold Fo Ping. Also notes praise of American municipal government in Pekin.
Shanghai dispatch reports Russian Foreign Minister Lamsdorff accepted the Chinese plea in St Petersburg that an imperial edict bars signing the Manchurian convention and granted a brief delay. China reportedly raises 50,000 troops to defend Yangtse forts against possible Russian reprisals.
Great Britain's government protests to Washington against China forming a convention with any power. The note dated March 27 outlines objections to a potential agreement that could affect international balance and Chinese foreign policy.
Secretary Long cabled Admiral Rodgers aboard the cruiser New York at Tangier to proceed at once to Manila. The plan to convoy Consul-General Gummere from Tangier to Mazagan was abandoned. It is conjectured a naval force may be sent to Manila or Chinese waters to back up U.S. representations in the Chinese question.
Hearing opened in East Cambridge on Miss Sarah Cary's will contest. The 70 year old Waltham scrubbing woman left 18361 dollars in savings, most to Rev. Timothy Brosnahan for charitable use at his discretion.
Postoffice Inspector Andrew Letherman testified about Brady arrest and statements after search in United States District Court. Clerks French and Fitzgerald from the inquiry office also testified. Judge Lowell adjourned court until 10 o'clock this morning.
London March 27 reports confirm a high source tale that the Czar's mind is weakening under constant surveillance and perpetual fear of assassination. The note adds that the strain from incessant watchfulness is affecting his condition.
Jesse Belfast aged 30, a tower man at South Terminal station, was found dead in his room at 64 Tremont Street at 11 last night. He came from Vermont, where his parents live, about a year ago and had been rooming at the Tremont Street house. The body was discovered by the keeper G. E B. Woodruff.
Mrs. M. J. Konikow, Tufts Medical School student and prominent Socialist, heads the Friends of Russian Freedom in Boston. The group, formed at Educational Alliance Hall, plans a mass meeting to voice support for Russians seeking freedom. An executive committee of twelve includes Dr M J Konikow and others. next meeting is at the Educational Alliance.
A 17 year old Chelsea girl, Alice Maud Hewes, allegedly eloped with 52 year old Charles E. Smith. Warrants issued for both. Chelsea police seek to trace them after Mrs. Jessie C. Smith reported the affair and threats of murder.
A wagon owned by H. Robbins at 233 Cambridge Street was stolen on Central Street yesterday afternoon. Officers of Division 10 recovered the wagon in Roxbury last night. The theft included 3000 cigars and a large quantity of tobacco valued at 1165 dollars.
A damaged fragment describes a man who sold his furniture and left town with a woman. It mentions police involvement and a fireman connected to the case, with unclear details about motives and outcomes. Chelsea.
Wilbert C. Trussell and Everett C. Tarr face a Superior Criminal Court trial for cheating after a Tuesday start. They allegedly swindled Roslindale widow Mary Mason out of 1500 dollars with a false plan for a butter making company using bacilli and a secret process. A sealed verdict is anticipated.
The retreat for young men at the Church of the Immaculate Conception entered its fourth day with packed sanctuary seating, choir loft crowded, and Father Rockwell delivering sermons on hell, mortality, and repentance. He urged steadfastness in right principles and recalling death, referencing a tomb inscription of Marshal Lander in Vienna and the prodigal son to urge return to virtue.
The Rev Mortimer BE Twoomey spoke at the Cathedral on The Test of Life outlining that all must face God's judgment without regard to wealth or status. He urged use of gifts from God and warned impurity is judged equally for all.
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